Construction Accountant

About the role

At CoreSite, we empower a more connected future through high-performance datacenters and interconnection solutions. Recognized as a trusted partner in digital transformation, our strategically located facilities and innovative services enable businesses to connect, collaborate, and grow in an ever-evolving technological landscape. Our culture is defined by operational excellence and a relentless drive for innovation. We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where every team member is valued, wins are celebrated as a team, and ownership is part of our DNA. At CoreSite, we’re not just building state-of-the-art infrastructure—we’re creating a community of forward-thinkers committed to solving complex challenges and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate project financial records by tracking costs, monitoring budgets, preparing forecasts, analyzing variances, and applying appropriate accounting practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage the full project accounting lifecycle, including project setup, budget maintenance, change order processing, invoice review and processing, payment administration, and project closeout within the accounting system.
• Independently resolve routine accounting issues while supporting the Senior Construction Accounting Manager with department procedures, process improvements, and reporting requirements.
• Partner with construction project managers and other stakeholders to maintain accurate project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and capitalization guidelines.
• Support Senior Construction Accounting Manager on procedures, processes and requirements.
• Provide support for additional financial, accounting, and operational needs, as well as other projects and duties as assigned.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects and analyses as needed based on business development.

Requirements

• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment, with regular onsite presence of up to 2 days per week.
• Flexibility to travel up to 10% of the time with the potential for increased travel or in-office presence as business needs evolve.
• Ability to work independently while effectively communicating with project managers, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, change orders, retainage, project closeout processes, and job cost accounting principles.
• Self-starter who is adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent listening, written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Exhibits a strong work ethic and accountability to deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge of JD Edwards (or comparable ERP systems) and Hyperion Essbase a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (PivotTables, Power Query, lookup functions).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent accounting and construction industry experience will be considered in place of formal education.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in construction, project cost, or development accounting.
• Experience in accounting for publicly traded or privately owned real estate investment trusts (REITs), other property-owning entities, or technology companies is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in construction, contracting, or a related field, with strong knowledge of job cost accounting functions.
• Knowledge of the data center or telecommunications industry preferred.

Skills

• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment, with regular onsite presence of up to 2 days per week.
• Flexibility to travel up to 10% of the time with the potential for increased travel or in-office presence as business needs evolve.
• Ability to work independently while effectively communicating with project managers, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, change orders, retainage, project closeout processes, and job cost accounting principles.
• Self-starter who is adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent listening, written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Exhibits a strong work ethic and accountability to deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge of JD Edwards (or comparable ERP systems) and Hyperion Essbase a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (PivotTables, Power Query, lookup functions).

Benefits

• First-day medical insurance through Cigna with generous premium cost coverage.
• Dental insurance through Delta Dental.
• Vision insurance through VSP.
• Telemedicine through MDLive for Cigna.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) plans.
• Health savings account (HSA) plans for employees participating in the High Deductible Health Plan.
• Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance fully paid by the company.
• Discretionary annual bonus and equity incentive plan.
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) with a 15% discount.
• Additional paid time off for school events, elder care, volunteering, bereavement, jury duty, voting, parental leave, and disability leave.
• Free parking or a company contribution toward a public transit pass.
• Additional paid time off for school events, elder care, volunteering, bereavement, jury duty, voting, parental leave, and disability leave.
• Discounts, cash back offers, and perks on thousands of brands.
• Referral bonus of $3,000 cash bonus if referred candidate is hired and meets eligibility requirements.

Pay

$80,000 to $95,000 annually.

Schedule

Hybrid work environment with occasional onsite presence and potential for travel.